- 1). Flip through wedding albums, scrapbook or other collection of personal mementos to find an old engagement announcement. There's a chance someone may have clipped and saved the announcement and posted it in an album. Be sure to ask for permission before rummaging through other people's property.
- 2). Peruse newspapers' websites. If you know the newspaper in which the engagement announcement was posted, find their website. Many Frequently Asked Question pages provide information on how one can locate old announcements and articles. Archive sections may even have the old announcements posted online.
- 3). Contact the newspaper. Find the paper's phone number on the website or in the phone book. Call and inquire about finding old engagement announcements. The employee may be able to direct your search or even send you a copy of the announcement.
- 4). Stop by the city or town historical society. Such historical groups often save old newspapers and other old documents about their citizens and local news.
- 5). Visit the city or town library. Public libraries often save historical records, including engagement announcements.
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